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bmars, just shut up already. I don't like people telling me what my own motives are before I've decided to tell them myself. You don't know because I haven't said anything about it, and quite frankly, I feel less inclined to do so the more you continue to speak about it as if you actually had a clue.

Thanks for nothing, by the way.

Why are you still posting?

Why am I not allowed to expect the same courtesies I've been extending everyone else? Why am I the only one who feels like he's been struggling to keep everyone happy? Why am I being treated like the bad guy in all of this? Why should I be the only one to ignore anything negative that people want to say about me? Why do I need to explain why I left the game? Why does everybody think they know me so well because they've seen other people post in games before? Why am I still expecting that one of you is actually going to make an apology or even just a nice comment to send me on my way?

And why are you asking me why am I still posting? Answer the first few questions and you might understand why.

And why should I care what you think, Cacophonik? I apologized to you earlier even though I was never responsible for your feelings, but your only reaction was to disappear on everybody, not unlike a pouting little child might do. And now you're going to swoop in like the conquering hero and defend the group that you've been largely ignoring since June 9? My disappointment in you began several weeks ago. I no longer care about what you think, much less about your excuses. Much like the last month since you've been keeping silent, you will find yourself to be irrelevant in this conversation.

I already suspected my presence was keeping you away for some reason, but don't flatter yourself. I'm not buying your reasons of a "paradigm" as an excuse not to find two minutes in the last 23 days to let somebody know anything about what is going on with you. You have no right to sit here and judge anything I've done recently when you've been waiting for your moment, not breathing so much as a word to anyone who may have been counting on you to participate in the game in whatever limited capacity you are capable of mustering. Personally, I don't see why everyone seems so eager to take you back, but it really doesn't matter. They're probably going to see this as an opportunity to attack me again, but at least this time they will do it directly.

I didn't come here to issue threats. They're pointless if all anyone can do is post messages. But words can still hurt. They can also affect other emotions, and they can disrupt the focus and make people want to stay away from threads. I hope your friends appreciate your efforts in continuing to provoke me without even given them any consideration. But then again, that seems to be the preferred mentality of this group.

Last night, I was feeling rather good about myself thinking I had handled this situation maturely and without causing any conflict. I intentionally did not give any specific reasons to avoid offending anybody or starting up any drama. There was no need for either since my mind was already made up.

I've resisted making a few comments since that time, but things have been changing quickly. I wanted to leave on good terms with everybody, but judging by the recent comments being made, the feeling does not appear to be mutual. I don't know why anybody thinks I wouldn't check back, but either they didn't think or they didn't care. Maybe it was foolish to believe that some of you might be capable of showing a little more class or maturity when I thanked everyone and left peacefully, but I might actually be an optimist at heart.

As far as I'm concerned, the only reason I don't continue to make any specific remarks to anyone, aside from it being a waste of time, is out of respect for DM Nixon. Unlike any of you who've had an opportunity to post since last night, he was the only one that bothered to say anything nice when I left. My reasons for leaving are my own, and there is no reason for any of you to continue speculating on the matter.

I can honestly say that this is the first time since joining the game that I am really disappointed by this group of players. I'm a little sad, and a little hurt to learn how you all must have really thought of me but never had the courage to say anything all this time. I apologize for bringing my standards to the group, but I do not apologize for having standards.

One more thing. If you're going to continue posting your opinions about me, expect me to be reading them. You can also expect that I will not allow any further comments to go ignored. Despite anything else I may be feeling, I've been getting more and more pissed off every time I read something new here. Consider yourself warned, gentlemen. Or the gloves will come off.

Thanks, Nix. If you're interested in keeping touch, you can find me at Myth-weavers under the same username. It is definitely worth checking out for future PbP gaming. The features are worth consideration. Take care.

Good luck on your finals, Dathom. Glad to hear from you, and I, for one, appreciate the sacrifice of cutting out a few extra games and sticking with us, though I wouldn't have thought less if you had left this game. What matters is that you've made a choice and that you've dedicated yourself to a smaller number of games that will fit into your own personal schedule (but I'm glad you're still with us... I'm waiting to see more from Karn!).

Now that DM Nixon is enforcing a 24 hour limit, things should go a lot smoother for everyone. I think it's the right call for the DM to make, and I have no objections about having my character controlled if I happen to be absent at some point. If you miss a turn, it's no big deal. We probably should have decided something like this a while ago.

I think we have a good group here, including a good DM with a good game going. My apologies to anyone who may have felt they were being singled out or that my remarks were 'snarky' (the new hot-word for forum posts, apparently). That wasn't my intent, and I did state that I wasn't looking to point blame or fingers at anyone. We were all responsible for letting it happen and not saying anything about it sooner. My comments were meant for the group as a whole, and if that happened to spark 5+ new posts from more than 50% of the group in a single day after a week of non-activity, then I will accept looking like the antagonist on this one where nobody else was willing to stand up and say something.

But the last thing I want to do is open a rift between anybody, especially if we're to continue playing together. So, Cacophonik, please accept my sincerest apologies for having offended you. What I do, I do for the benefit of the group. It certainly would not feel the same without Chorro leading this pack with his quiet wisdom and spirit friend to aid us.

Congratulations on being a dad. Your objection has been noted, but let's take this matter to the discussion thread now, if that is what you wish. No sense cluttering up the game thread with this.

Alright, I wasn't going to say anything before, but now it's getting ridiculous. It has been over a week since a player took his own turn and we're waiting again. I've held my tongue long enough.

The game feels like it is on the verge of failure, which is a real shame. I like some of the character dynamics involved in the party and the intrigues growing from their interactions. I also really enjoy the detail of the maps that DM Nixon has been providing for the game... it sure beats an Excel spreadsheet any day. The game has continually moved forward (when it moves) and there is much left to do; we've barely begun to scrape the surface of our adventures.

Now I know real life gets in the way, and I'm not pointing fingers at anyone in particular. But all it takes is 10-15 minutes to log in and check on the posts. If a person can't do that at least every other day, then what is the point? Everyone else extends a courtesy by waiting patiently for one player to make his move, but after a reasonable amount of time has passed, it is time to move on.

I removed myself out of another game because they were posting much faster than I could keep up, and because I wanted to focus more on this particular game. I hate to think that I stepped out of the wrong game, but this was my game by choice. I hate to see this game fall apart, but it's much worse to see it floundering like this. It shouldn't take us over a week to finish one round of combat.

Let's either pick this up, or call it a day. If you don't want to be here, then just do the honorable thing and say so. It will be a courtesy to those who still want to play in this campaign.

Ah, right. Marcus shifts north to H-9. That should make things right. See what happens when we take a break?

Assuming Marcus follows suit, we'll move into the first real round of combat, Chorro is up.

Uh, Marcus already made his action for the surprise round. Grasping Shards attack, which means one of the kobolds might have taken damage and is slowed. Now I'm just waiting for my turn and a few minor corrections.

Marcus is ready

Marcus Armethal's Wishlist
Staff of the War Mage +1 (Level 3)
Staff of Storms +1 (Level 5)

Astral Fire Armor +1 (Level 2)
Enduring Spirit Vestments +1 (Level 2)

Flame Bracers (Level 3)
Gem of Colloquy (Level 3)
Cloak of Resistance +1 (Level 2)
Ornament of Alertness (Level 3)
Cloak of Distortion +1 (Level 4)
Battle Standard of Healing (Level 3)
Battle Standard of Might (Level 4)

Sure. What levels are you looking for, exactly? An item for every level? Three items up to level X? Some specifics would be appreciated.

Just waiting for someone else to join Marcus at the table. Thought I'd give others a chance to jump in. I don't want to monopolize the thread. (Yes, I've been holding back.) :P

Sorry, folks. I've started a new job recently and working overnight hours, which is taking some getting used to. Even so, the frequency of posts in this group is impressive and I'm feeling hard-pressed to keep up with the information and action accumulated. More than I had anticipated, to be honest. I think it would be best for the group if I stepped out rather than make a feeble attempt at keeping up with everyone else. Pity since this is the kind of activity you might hope to find in a group, but oddly enough, I would actually prefer something more casual with my current schedule. Thanks for the opportunity, and my apologies for any inconvenience. Good luck guys!

Finally about to make a roll, and I just realized... did we ever discuss how DM wants to make rolls for this?

Does everyone mind sharing their email with me? I plan on using google docs for the maps.

You can just email me at luciana_viecelli at yahoo dot com.

Sent.

Check, check, and fixed. I've already added the additional skill point for favored class, as well as the extra skill points for trained. I was considering a cleric/fighter build, but with these new rules, I might just go straight cleric!

I'll work up the background as we play and reveal more through roleplay. Sometimes it's better to 'feel' a character out, and there's nothing that can't wait or be improvised for a few days. ;)

Are we using Standard hit points, or one of the alternate methods (Double, Racial, Flat, Constitution)?

Hey all. Just to let you know, I'm setting up a Dwarf Cleric of Torag for the group. It's been a while since I've rolled up a 3.5 character and I'm not used to the Pathfinder rules, so bear with me. If you want to get started, be my guest. I can RP the character without the complete stats, though I should have enough usable information by the time the first dice rolls get going. ;)

As soon as possible. I was hoping to get things started tomorrow night, but I can wait until Wednesday if need be.

I should be able to get the stats and a basic background together by tomorrow. Campaign-specific details will have to wait while I familiarize myself with the setting a little better, unless you want to fill them in for me. In fact, I'll trust you to place him into the game world with the actual specifics as we go to get things moving along. I'll submit an idea on the discussion thread soon.

I've been wanting to look into this Pathfinder setting for some time now. I'll have to look over the Pathfinder rules a little before jumping in, but I should be able to post at least once a day. How soon do you need a character ready to go?

looks pretty good so far I'm gonna go over everyones stuff one more time once our goliath warden is checked in and then ill put a game thread up, you'll all be gathered at one table in the middle of the gilded lady having drinks. feel free to save up the rp til we begin :). glad to see it in the group already

I got a lot of RP to burn, so don't worry about me running out. I'm already anxious to get this going. ;)

Lord Elric's insatiable desire for more cowbell and

I'd be thrilled to have you along with us, I'd love to see a druid or invoker in action. It's my first time dming so I'm completely happy with you playing your first pbp with us!

Thank you. I've decided on a Human Invoker of Tempus from Impiltur. He's also taking multi-class feats in Warlord (it seemed appropriate) so that he may act as a secondary Leader role in the group. Here are his basic stats generated from the limited CB:

If you're still looking for one more player, I would like to join this group. The only thing missing is a controller, which I would be more than happy to provide with a wizard or a druid character. I've never actually played in a PbP before, but I'm familiar with the concept having looked over several existing ones for a while now. Any chance of letting a PbP newbie cutting his teeth with you?

Edit: I forgot the Invoker was also a controller... and the party could use some divinity in the group. Yeah, I think I might go this route instead.